Dilip Kumar Undergoes Surgery, The Veteran Actor Is Expected To Be Discharged Soon

Bollywood's veteran actor, Dilip Kumar, who is in hospital after facing breathlessness issue, has undergone surgery and is likely to be discharged on Thursday.

By Ekta Chanana Last Updated: Jun 9, 2021 | 19:35:42 IST

Bollywood's veteran actor, Dilip Kumar, had left his fans across the nation in shock when he was admitted to the hospital after facing the issue of breathlessness. On Sunday morning, the 98-year-old actor was admitted to Hinduja hospital. Everyone is worried about his ill health, and as per the latest information, Dilip Kumar has undergone surgery.

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A few days ago, Saira Banu had talked about her husband's health in an interview with India TV. She had said that the veteran actor had been admitted to PD Hinduja Hospital in Mumbai. He was facing breathing issues for the past few days. 

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On June 9, 2021, Faisal Farooqui took to Dilip Kumar's Twitter handle and shared a health update. He wrote, "Thank you for your prayers. A successful pleural aspiration procedure was performed on Dilip Saab. I personally spoke to Dr Jalil Parkar and Dr Nitin Gokhale. They are optimistic that he will be discharged tomorrow  (Thursday)." Check it out below:

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On June 7, 2021, Saira Banu had shared a picture with Dilip Kumar from the hospital room. In the picture, Dilip Kumar seemed in a lot of pain and Saira was seen comforting him. In another tweet, Saira had shared a note and had revealed that Dilip Kumar is getting better and will be discharged soon. Her note could be read as "Past few days, my beloved husband, Yousuf Khan, has been unwell and recuperating at a hospital in Mumbai. Through this note, I want to thank all of you for keeping him in your prayers and for all the love and affection."

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Saira had further shared that her husband's health is getting better, "My husband, my Kohinoor, our Dilip Kumar Sahab’s health is stable, and doctors have assured me that he should be discharged soon. I urge you to not believe in rumours. While I ask you to pray for Sahab’s health, I am praying that the Almighty keep all of you safe and healthy during this pandemic. Sincerely, Saira Banu Khan."

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In an interview with the ANI, the doctor taking care of Dilip Kumar's health had shared that his condition is improving and the problem of breathlessness has also subdued, but he is still on oxygen support. They had also revealed that he is in ICU but not on a ventilator.

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Well, we wish Dilip Kumar, a speedy recovery!

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